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Water and Waste Management Division

The Water and Waste Management Division consists of seven main program areas with a wide range of environmental
responsibilities. The Water and Waste Management Division regulates water, wastewater, and solid waste related
activities using rules in the Maricopa County Environmental Health
Code and the State of Arizona
Administrative Code to review plans, perform inspections and issue permits. Fees are based on the cost
to perform the service.

The programs that are within the Water and Waste Management Division are:

Subdivision, Infrastructure and Planning – Approves subdivision and
land development plans and infrastructure projects constructed in the public right-of-way for water, wastewater and
reclaimed water systems

Water and Wastewater Treatment Program – Responsible for the regulatory oversight and
approval of water and wastewater treatment facilities, reclaimed water facilities and reuse water systems